Sustainability Apprentice

To support DPD in their mission to be the UKs leader in sustainable delivery by

taking learnings from the apprenticeship qualification and using this to drive

initiatives projects and ways of working.

Key Tasks/Areas of Responsibility

Completing customer carbon reporting on a monthly quarterly and adhoc basis utilising the existing reporting framework

Monitoring the team mailbox and responding to queries in a professional and timely manner

Liaising with customers regarding granular carbon data requirements and preparing reports to fulfill these requests

Processing invoices relating to the use of external stakeholders e.g. consultancies and charities

Identification and development of projects suitable for the DPD Eco Fund

Maintaining excellent relationships with external stakeholders such as charities and partners involved in Relove and Eco Fund initiatives

Developing knowledge and capability in relation to the application of sustainability-related legislation and supporting with implementation

Management of supplier relationships for the purpose of gathering emissions data and working closely with internal teams to manage and communicate this data

Developing communication skills through various mediums to support in the engagement of internal and external stakeholders

Building relationships with stakeholders across the business to support in the implementation of projects

Supporting at off-site meetings and events with external stakeholders such as customers and charity partners

Operating effectively within organisational financial and resource constraints and policies and being compliant with statutory safety and employment regulations

Maintaining high levels of professional conduct ethical behaviour and integrity at all times

Qualifications :

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must have completed three A-Levels minimum grade C 

Apprentices must have achieved a pass at GCSE/Level 2 in Maths and English before they can complete their final exams.

Additional Information :

What were looking for;

Passionate and interested in Sustainability and Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR)

High level of attention to detail

Good communication skills

Constant and curious learner with a desire to continuously develop their skills set and knowledge base

Familiar with Google Workspace (GMail/GSheet) or Microsoft Office package (Word and Excel primarily)

Independently motivated with the ability to take on tasks and duties without immediate direction

Excellent communication skills and the ability to communicate effectively at all levels

High attention to detail to produce accurate and quality work

Willing to travel to alternative DPD locations and external events on an adhoc basis where required 

An individual who has the ability to welcome and adapt to change within a forward thinking business.

Demonstrate the core DPD DNA values of Passion Respect Honesty Flexibility Hard Work and Accountability

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time